Luau at The Wailea Beach Marriott

Experience the tastes and sights of Hawaiian culture and history with the Te Au Moana (“The Ocean Tide”) Luau at the oceanfront Marriott Resort in Wailea. You’ll enjoy an all-you-can-eat feast of Hawaiian cuisine, an open bar, an Imu ceremony unearthing the pig cooking in a traditional underground oven, interactive activities such as island tattoos and hula dancing, and authentic and entertaining performances with vibrant costumes depicting the stories of Hawaii and the Polynesian people, culminating in the exciting fire-knife dance. All of this takes place with a scenic backdrop of a tropical beach and a setting sun over the Pacific Ocean.

• April onwards is not yet bookable. Please check back, possibly by the end of January.
• If interested in upgraded seating, it usually sells out weeks in advance, so it is recommended booking as soon as possible.

• Exciting fire-knife dance
• Warm host provides insightful commentary to audience that compliments the beautiful storytelling through song and dance
• Everyone receives fresh flower lei necklace (pending availability, otherwise a carved wooden turtle necklace)
• Wide variety of traditional Hawaiian activities, as well as imu ceremony
• Free self parking
• Plentiful audience interaction

Maui Revealed Guidebook:

A luau can be a blast, and, if your time allows for one, they are highly recommended. The better ones are at the higher price end, and you should book them in advance.

In South Maui, we prefer the Marriott luau over the other option. The show is better with some audience participation, the mai tais weren’t watered down, the food was better, and the pig you saw come out of the ground is the pig you eat.

Fodor's Guidebook:

Luaus are a major attraction. You get what you pay for, and many of the best book weeks or months in advance, so reserve early. Plan your luau night early on in your trip to help you get into the Hawaiian spirit.

At the Marriott luau, there is a simply breathtaking backdrop of the ocean, and the tasty buffet serves a plethora of local staples and desserts. The performance concludes with a jaw-dropping solo fire-knife dance.

Moon Guidebook:

Attending a luau is like going to dinner theater. It’s a good opportunity to try a lot of local foods at once. If you really enjoy a good Broadway show, then you might enjoy a luau, and kids seem to love them.

The Marriott luau has a highly entertaining performance, and the backdrop of the setting sun creates a panorama you would expect from a luau in paradise.

Preferred Seating
Seating in the first 2 rows, expedited check-in, and first to buffet
$167 for ages 13+
$100 for ages 6-12
$18 for ages 5 & under
Free for ages 5 & under not occupying seat

Standard Seating
$139 for ages 13+
$85 for ages 6-12
Free for ages 5 & under

Summer (June 4 - Sept 2)
5:00 pm: Check-in begins & bar opens
5:30 pm: Program starts with activities & live music
8:15 pm: Ends (approx.)

Rest of Year
4:30 pm: Check-in begins & bar opens
5:00 pm: Program starts with activities & live music
7:45 pm: Ends (approx.)

Entrees & Side Dishes

• Imu (underground oven) Baked Kalua Pork
• Grilled Honey Teriyaki Steak with Peppers & Onions
• Seafood Vegetable Pasta Primavera with Olives & Parmesan Cheese
• Shoyu, Honey, & Ginger Roasted Chicken
• Roasted Garlic Edamame Fried Rice
• Hawaiian Purple Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Syrup & Toasted Coconut
• Local Stir-Fried Vegetables with Fresh Herbs & Garlic
• Local Mixed Greens with Ranch Dressing or Papaya Seed Dressing
• Macaroni Pasta Salad
• Hawaiian Potato Salad with Green Onions
• Cucumber Namasu with Red Onions & Toasted Sesame Seeds
• Lomi Lomi Salmon with Green Onion & Candied Citrus Zest
• Poi
• Soba Noodle Salad
• Pineapple Coleslaw with Red Onions, Tomatoes, & Cilantro
• Taro and Hawaiian Sweet Rolls with Mango Basil Butter

Dessert

• Pineapple Upside Down Cake
• Sweet Potato Haupia Squares
• Chocolate Brownies
• Assorted Cookies
• Key Lime Squares
• Banana Nut Bread

Drinks (Open Bar)

• Hawaiian Mai Tais
• Vodka, Scotch, Gin, Light Rum, Dark Rum, Tequila, Whiskey, Red Wine, White Wine, Draught Beer
• Soft Drinks, Tropical Punch

• The luau company (Tihati Productions) is owned by local family since its founding 50 years ago

• No refunds after 24 hours prior to activity time

• 4.166% Hawaii sales tax (GET)

• This luau is located in South Maui, which is 45 min - 1 hour from West Maui (Lahaina/Kaanapali).